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Why do people use napkin rings?
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Napkin rings were originally introduced in the 1800s and used as a way to determine whose napkin was whose, so they could be reused several times before washing. Today, they are simply used as decoration. Browse a collection of vintage and contemporary napkin rings on 1stiDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Shop for Napkin Ring on 1stDibs
Vintage Chrome Napkin Rings
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
A set of 8 vintage chrome napkin rings.
Category
Vintage 1980s Unknown Post-Modern Tableware
Materials
Metal
Teak Napkin Rings - Set of 8
Located in Bradenton, FL
Dimensions per napkin ring.
Category
Late 20th Century Serving Pieces
Materials
Teak
$110 / set
Victorian Aesthetic Silverplate Napkin Ring
By Meriden Silver Plate Co.
Located in Riverdale, NY
Victorian Aesthetic Silverplate Napkin Ring by Meriden Co. Charming details include Japonesque fan, florals and hidden butterfly under ring. 1870's USA.
Category
Antique 1870s American Victorian Antiquities
Materials
Silver Plate
English Victorian Silver Plate Napkin Ring
Located in Queens, NY
English Victorian silver plate napkin ring with kangaroo figure
Category
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Tableware
English Victorian Silver Plate Napkin Ring
Located in Queens, NY
English Victorian silver plate napkin ring with horse and whip
Category
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Tableware
Victorian Pairpoint Figural Silverplate Turtle Napkin Ring
By Pairpoint Silver Company
Located in Riverdale, NY
Rare Victorian Pairpoint Figural Silverplate Napkin Ring. Beautifully modeled turtle holding the napkin ring made by the Pairpoint Co.
Category
Antique 1890s American Late Victorian Tableware
Materials
Silver Plate
